It was a fantastic day for everyone who joined in celebrating the Mackay War Memorial Swim Centre’s 60th milestone at an action-packed pool party on Sunday. The popular space was opened and dedicated on December 14, 1963.
Labor has spent a whopping figure snapping up properties west of Mackay despite only announcing its vision to build the world’s biggest pumped hydro scheme there late last year. FIND OUT HOW MUCH.
A swim school owner said she was “saddened” to shut up shop at a regional pool at the start of summer, but says it is “unsustainable to actually keep going”.
A Labor MP has explosively called for her neighbouring rival to be sacked, claiming she is ‘putting children at risk’ after praising the organisers of an event where underage youth were drinking. But the MP has hit back, describing it as ‘gutter politics’.
Alarming domestic violence figures have inspired a coal train driver, an inspiring smasher of stereotypes, to step up and advocate for awareness and change.
Traditional industries will continue to propel the Greater Whitsundays but four emerging sectors will help secure a robust and sustainable future for the region.
Letting the lyrics and melody blend in an afternoon of good music, Sarina proved country can hold its own when it comes to family fun. See the pictures.
Often arriving days after people had requested help, our SES heroes worked about 12 hours a day to help relieved flood victims living in a chaotic mess.
An up and coming community ‘ambassador’ known for his larger-than-life hugs has tragically died at age 25, before his family and colleagues got to ‘see what he could be able to achieve’.
A pint-sized animal warrior got to live out his dream to work alongside park rangers and scientists saving critically-endangered frogs after three years fighting Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia.
A teen jellyfish victim’s final journey is one step closer thanks to the generosity of the Queensland community. Now, just a few more helpers are needed to get the 14-year-old home.
Securing good staff has been tricky for many trade business owners, but the two-week wait for this mechanic comes down to his reputation, honesty and a gentle nature.
Whether they’re business owners or managers, creators or consultants, these women are the leaders who have inspired and encouraged you ahead of International Women’s Day.
Concerns for a school’s ability to educate its students have been raised as the rural centre grapples with a significant loss of staff.
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